Lesley-Ann Mayhew

My Professional Background

I specialise in Wills, trusts, probate & administration of estates, estate & tax planning, powers of attorney and Court of Protection applications. I have a wide range of experience acting for elderly and vulnerable clients. My particular interest lies within Court of Protection work, having worked on a number of medical negligence and serious personal injury cases, involving very large damages awards.

Having graduated from university with a Law degree, I went on to complete the Legal Practice Course. I qualified as a Solicitor in 2005 after completing my training, and have specialised in Private Client Law ever since.

I joined Attwaters in 2006, gaining experience in a wide variety of Private Client work in the years to follow, and became a Partner in 2011.

I aim to make my clients feel at ease, by providing them with advice that is clear, practical and easy to understand. I am proud to have gained recognition for Court of Protection work in the Legal 500 and would like to continue to build my reputation in this area, along with others that I cover.

Achievements / Accreditations

Ranked as ‘Next Generation Lawyer’ in the Legal 500 2018 and described as a ‘very capable performer’ who ‘ explains difficult concepts with great ease’

Partner Lesley-Ann Mayhew is complimented on her ability to deal with “complex and intricate issues […] with great authority and aptitude.” in her Court of Protection work– Legal 500 2018.

The ‘hugely knowledgeable, creative and unflappable’Mayhew is ‘entirely winning in her professional approach’and is also recommended for her Court of Protection expertise. Legal 500 2017

Member of the Society for Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)

About me

I was born in Chelmsford, Essex, and have lived in and around the area for most of my life. I thought I was destined for a career in music, playing the piano and bassoon in various orchestras and ensembles. I also sang in choirs and bands throughout my teens, even completing a stint on the West End stage – somehow I ended up in Law!

I enjoy Italian food and like a glass of champagne. My interest in music has continued; I also like outdoor activities and have a love of animals, I am owned by three British shorthair cats! I volunteer with our local RSPCA rescue centre in my spare time.

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